| Customer Reviews: Average Rating:  Rating :  - Purchased one awhile back
I got myself one of these awhile back. I also have a Blade CX2 that runs 179 USD new. I can tell you that the Lama V4 is every bit the heli that the Blades are, and for alot less.
My suggestion to anyone that is considering one of these bad boys would be to pickup a 72mhz model. The range is very good, and the interference you'll receive is minimal. Also, in most cases you can purchase a 72mhz model and upgrade it to 2.4ghz cheaper than you can just purchase one thats already 2.4ghz.
You will want extra blades. While the unit comes with 1 set of each lowers and uppers (which is more than can be said for the CX2, as they come with no extras) the standard E-sky blades are very fragile. They "cone" upwards while in the air, which makes blade strikes a real issue. There are 3 real options. The standard replacement blades are fairly cheap compared to the CX2 blades. Or you can purchase some Xtreme blades or helitek-rc hardened white blades, as both are good 3rd party options that are stronger than the stock blades.
Also if you ever plan on flying outside you'll likely want to purchase a tail boom from somewhere like boomtown hobbies, and an extended inner shaft from Helitek-RC. Both of which will really help when fighting the wind outside. Also the extended shaft will help make blade strikes a thing of the past.
Right from the box you have a heli thats better than most that cost lots more, and with a few upgrades you can have a serious outdoor flying machine. Either way, standard or upgraded you'll be very happy with the V4. + See Full Customer Review |  |
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